Ophthalmologist Job at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA

About Jefferson Einstein:

Jefferson Einstein  has provided compassionate, high-quality healthcare to anyone in need since 1866. We began with what was, in the late 1800's, a remarkable and forward-thinking creed: to provide medical care to the sick and wounded without regard to creed, color or nationality. Our primary mission remains true to the founder’s intent. With our more than 500 employed specialty and primary care physicians, Jefferson Einstein is able to provide the full spectrum of service to our community, from primary though quaternary care. Our primary service area is North Philadelphia whose population has significant medical needs and other challenges. Jefferson Einstein is known for its mission of commitment to community and has gained a reputation for excellence, compassion and innovation. Join us; make a difference.

Einstein Physicians Philadelphia, our employed specialty care practice group, is seeking to add a new comprehensive Ophthalmologist to our Ophthalmology team PART-TIME! Since 1995, our Ophthalmology team has been serving 7000-9000 patients annually treating a wide variety of cases and performing surgeries for patients in Northern Philadelphia.  Not only do they serve the city of Philadelphia, but they also help educate future Ophthalmologists. The new Ophthalmologist will have a desire to serve patients from a variety of backgrounds and teach.  Join us; make a difference.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Perform comprehensive examinations of the visual system to determine the nature or extent of ocular disorders.
• Test patient vision.
• Perform ophthalmic surgeries such as cataract, entropion/ectropion repair, ptosis repair, glaucoma, refractive, corneal, vitro-retinal, eye muscle, laser trabeculoplasty, laser iridotomy, strabismus and oculoplastic surgeries.
• Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of health professionals to provide optimal patient care. 2 Optometrists, 1 Ophthalmologist, 6 Ophthalmology Techs, 4 PSR
• Prescribe ophthalmologic treatments or therapies such as chemotherapy, cryotherapy, and low vision therapy.
• Prescribe corrective lenses such as glasses and contact lenses.
• Prescribe assistive medical devices or related treatments.
• Conduct clinical or laboratory-based research in ophthalmology
• Equipment such as: Humphrey visual field, OCT-Ocular coherence topography, Fundas Camera, IOL Master, Yag Laser, SLT Laser, Argon laser, Corneal Topography, Goldman Visual Field
• Patient load up to 28 per day. 70% are diabetic have glaucoma and are over 65.

Minimum Requirements:

• MD or DO from an Accredited Program
• Completion of an Accredited Ophthalmology Residency
• Fellowship or Substantial Experience - Required
• 0-3 years’ experience in Ophthalmology
• Appropriate Licenses and Certifications

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Pension, 403(b), 457, Structured Portfolio Investment Plans
• PTO (32)
• CME (5), $3000 Allowance
• Sick Leave (12)
• Long-Term Disability
• Malpractice Insurance w/ Tail
• Life Insurance
• Verizon / AT&T Discount 22%

Learn more about our home, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia is a vibrant and diverse city with vast amount of culture and history. With Washington D.C. and New York in close proximity, Philadelphia is an affordable city in the Northeastern United States. Philadelphia offers world class educational institutions, medical facilities, museums, entertainment, sports venues and restaurants.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.